Damaging winds with gusts up to 100 mph and hail 3 inches in diameter are all risks this weekend across the Southern Plains.

As the smoke and haze of the last few days recedes from the Chicago area, there was more sunshine to start your Saturday.

After a smoky finish to the week that saw air quality alerts impacting the Chicago area, a more pleasant start to the weekend is in store, with seasonal temperatures and cleaner air for much of the ...